Still time to learn about climate issues

It's been mentioned before, but it still rings true: Land trusts are well positioned to lead in mitigating the impacts of climate change and helping their communities adapt.

Land trust staff and board members who want to engage more in climate action have time yet to register for this year's American Climate Leadership Summit, which begins April 27. This virtual summit is celebrating its tenth year and aims to share future-shaping ideas from a range of leaders, ensuring that climate change is treated as a local, regional and national priority.

Surveys reveal that Americans are more concerned now about climate change than ever. For the first time, climate has emerged as a top voting and federal government priority. But the threats — and solutions — are constantly evolving. By joining academic, political and communications experts at the summit, land trusts can glean new strategies on public support for meaningful climate solutions.

Another important area of focus at the summit will be climate change as a justice issue. Participants will hear from various national leaders as they share clear examples highlighting climate as a justice issue, explain why this issue matters to all and make the case for the importance of justice, equity and inclusion in the proposed solutions.

Want more great ideas and inspiration from the field? Make sure you tune in for the 2021 American Climate Leadership Awards, where 10 finalists (each receiving $10,000), the runner-up (receiving $25,000) and the winner (receiving $50,000) will be announced and celebrated.

Learn more and register to attend here. I hope to see you there!

Kelly Watkinson is the land and climate program manager at the Land Trust Alliance.